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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-30-2023, 10:01 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,743
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Model A looses power

Try running with the gas cap loose. The vent could be blocked and causing a flow problem.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-19-2023, 08:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,983
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Pt 2 Model A oil filter test

Just for conversation sake, how much oil leeched into the valve chamber during the test? This would tell just how much oil is directed through the filter.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-24-2022, 04:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,241
Posted By James Rogers
I am still open

Just a quick note to let everyone here know that I am still operating and don't know why Google lists my business as "Perminately Closed". I can assure everyone that I am very much open and working....
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-17-2020, 03:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,622
Posted By James Rogers
Re: V8 Clutch Bolt Pattern

The bolt pattern diameter is 10.375. The holes are 120 degrees apart with a separation of 32 degrees between the two diameters.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-17-2020, 03:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,622
Posted By James Rogers
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-14-2020, 04:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,345
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Hoof head

I have one exactly like that. Nice head with a high compression but is extremely heavy. Probably a third heavier than a stock head. Until now, mine is the only one I have ever seen.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-24-2019, 07:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,744
Posted By James Rogers
Re: wierd noise in engine

Could also be wrist pin rattle. I vote for the center main.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-02-2019, 06:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,361
Posted By James Rogers
Re: just aquired 1931 Model A, help diagnosing oil leak

Look for the timing pin under the pulley. If the PO forgot to replace it, that's most likely where it is.


As for the backfire, it sounds like you have an intake leak and a rich carb. What carb...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-28-2019, 09:12 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,970
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Hole in water jacket

Permatex #2. It does not get hard and will stop the seepage. I find many blocks that have the head studs drilled or rusted into the water jacket and this works unbelievably well. Does not harden to...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-11-2019, 12:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,071
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Timing puzzle

How much rotational play do you have in the distributor cam when in the motor? Are you running a stock original cam, regrind, or a new cam? The gear on a stock or reground cam all have some wear on...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-11-2019, 12:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,099
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Help rear main leak

Sounds like the builder didn't know how to rebuild the B engine. The pump in an A or B has the capability of as much as 100 PSI but without any restriction in the system, it won't push but about 2/3...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-09-2019, 03:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,487
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Two piece crank shaft pulley

Cast iron pulleys fail from using pry bars to install or remove the engine. I use lots and have several originals that are perfect except for the seal area being worn. I don't see any reason why a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-03-2019, 08:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,101
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Motor Rebuilding

If you want babbitt bearings, you won't get them at AER.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-12-2019, 06:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,719
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Mail Truck Engine Noise

I would drop the pan and inspect the bearings and check the clearance. The last 2 engines in my shop had bad bearings and a pronounced knock at higher RPM's. One had a bad rod bearing and showed...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 05-08-2019, 06:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,896
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Tight Bearings

After adjusting the bearings to the correct clearance, this is often the case. Put it in and run it. After a couple of minutes it will work as before but with better clearances.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-27-2019, 08:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,942
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Rear Main Leak – Bear with me

You say it is a pressurized oil system, what seal was used in the rear cap and block?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-14-2019, 08:36 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,159
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Main bearing bolts

People, these are not high speed, high RPM, high HP engines. Don't overthink it. Fords bolts have worked for 100 years and more. Why change them?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-14-2019, 08:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,209
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Timing Gear Back Lash

This would only happen with aluminum cam gear. Fiber gears won't be noisy with .060 clearance. I have seen this. You probably need to check the valve adjustment or bearing clearance.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 04-10-2019, 07:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,284
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Engine Knock Diagnostic Help Needed

Center main or possibly front main. Best to remove the pan and investigate before you damage something.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-25-2019, 06:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,716
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Fuel pump

I have found that a 12 volt pump from NAPA will produce about 2-3 # pressure when connected to 6 volts. It works fine and won't over pressure the float.
I have done it many times.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-18-2019, 07:30 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 12,903
Posted By James Rogers
Re: OK! Oldtimers, Gimme your best answer, Stuck Engine

Starter is stuck. I would bet when it seized you pressed on the starter button and it felt like stepping on a rock with no response from the starter or engine. Try to remove the starter and if you...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-13-2019, 10:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,091
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Oil Leak

I have never seen the oil leak from the rear main bolts. You have to check the thrust clearance on the rear main along with the crankshaft/bearing clearance. If the thrust is over .012 you will have...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-11-2019, 10:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,140
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Main bearing oil leak

Originally there was no seal in the rear main. The seal that the vendors sell are modern "fixes" for leakers that don't work. I have found engines that have had ropes installed in the grooves that...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-10-2019, 09:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,140
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Main bearing oil leak

Oil is controlled by bearing clearance only. If the bearing needs shims removed that will cause a leak. If the bearing clearances out between .002 and .0015 it is probably the thrust. You can check...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-10-2019, 09:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,140
Posted By James Rogers
Re: Main bearing oil leak

There is no "seal" for the rear main.
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